Welcome future Sponsors and Donors!
Gladden Farms Elementary is made up of over 550 vibrant students and their families as well as a team of 70 dedicated staff and teachers, and we ALL believe in the power of community support. With your contributions we can make a significant difference in the lives of our students and teachers each and every day.
If you have a business that's itching to shine or lend a helping hand look no further! Check out our sponsorship and donor opportunities and shoot us an email at gladdenfarmspto@gmail.com with any questions. Together we can make some magic happen!
Events - Each valued at $1,000
Halloween Dance - October 24, 2025
Vendor Fair - November 15, 2025
Kid's Choice Event - February 20, 2026
Fun Run - March 13, 2026
10-Year Celebration/Birthday Bash - March 27, 2026
What’s Included in your EVENT SPONSORSHIP:
Verbal Sponsorship acknowledgement at PTO meeting pre/post event
Thank you/Sponsorship acknowledgements on PTO FB Group, PTO FB Page, and Instagram - 1 Prior to event and 1 After Event
Listing on PTO website as the event sponsor – link to your Website, Facebook page, or Instagram
Listing on Event Poster – to be printed and displayed at the school prior to the event – taken down after event
Inclusion on the Flyer sent home in student backpacks for the specific event
Select one of the following STUDENT PROGRAMS to sponsor - Each valued at $400 for the school year (Aug-May)
Family BBQ Lunches - treats for students (3 Lunches throughout the year)
Watch D.O.G.S (Dads of Great Students) - Year Round Program
State Testing Snacks (April)
6th Grade Promotion Gifts/Snacks (May)
Student Water/Field Day (May)
What's included in your STUDENT PROGRAM sponsorship
Verbal Sponsorship acknowledgement at the event (or at upcoming PTO meeting for year-round programs)
Thank you/Sponsorship acknowledgement on PTO FB Group, PTO FB Page, and Instagram prior to event (or whenever sponsorship is received for year-round programs)
Listing on PTO website as the event sponsor – link to your Website, Facebook page, or Instagram
Select one of the following TEACHER PROGRAMS to sponsor - Each valued at $400 for the school year (Aug-May)
Teacher Breakfasts (2 available)
Teacher Lunches (3 available)
Teacher Dinners (2 available)
Teacher Appreciation Week (May)
Teacher Social Committee - coordinates celebrations and condolences to teachers throughout the year (cards, cakes, snacks)
What's included in your TEACHER PROGRAM sponsorship
Thank you/Sponsorship acknowledgements on PTO FB Group, PTO FB Page, and Instagram - Prior to event
Listing on PTO website as the event sponsor – link to your Website, Facebook page, or Instagram
8x11 flyer displayed in Teacher’s Lounge as sponsor acknowledgement
Donor Opportunities
At GFE, we welcome a variety of donor opportunities, including:
Monetary Donations: Your financial contributions allow us to allocate resources where they are needed most.
In-Kind Donations: Businesses and individuals can donate goods or services that align with our school's needs, such as school supplies, equipment, catering for events, or professional expertise.
Volunteer Opportunities: Your time and expertise are invaluable to us. Volunteer to help organize events, assist in fundraising efforts, or share your skills with our students. Jump to our Volunteer Page.
Matching Gift Programs: Many companies offer matching gift programs to amplify their employees' charitable contributions. Check with your employer to see if they will match your donation to the Gladden Farms Elementary PTO, or provide compensation for volunteer hours.
Checks can be made out to Gladden Farms Elementary PTO and mailed to 11745 W. Gladden Farms Drive, Marana, AZ 85653
Let's give a big round of applause (and a sprinkle of confetti) to our fantastic 2025-2026 Sponsors! We couldn't do what we do without you. Here's to you, our champions of community spirit!
Water/Field Day Sponsors
Thank you to the Gladden Farms Home Owner's Association for sponsoring one of our Water Slides and for providing 2 generators!
Thank you to BWS Architects for sponsoring one of our Water Slides!
Teacher Appreciation Week Sponsors
Thank you Texas Roadhouse, for providing a fully-loaded potato bar during Teacher Appreciation Week!
Thank you Circle-K (on Tangerine/Lon Adams) for providing Fountain drinks for all Staff on 5/6 of Teacher Appreciation Week!
Thank you Amy McCormic, from Worker Bee Wellness, for providing massages to our teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week
PBIS Social Sponsor
State Testing Snack Sponsor
6th Grade Store Sponsor
6th Grade Promotion Sponsor
PBIS Student Experience Sponsor
Teacher Meal Sponsor
Teacher Social Committee Sponsor
Albertson's/Safeway
Provided a $1,000 Grant
Arizona Theatre Company
2 tickets to any 2024-2025 Season Show
Big Sexy's Wangs and Thangs
Food Truck Percentage Give Back
Bottom Line Tax Services
GFE PTO Accountant, providing complementary services.
Bugaloos Ice Cream Truck
Food Truck Percentage Give Back
Costco
$25 Gift Card Donor
Demont Swim School
Cathy Andres
1 month free swim lessons - raffle prize
Dutch Bros - Marana
$50 in gift cards & raffle gift box
Gladden Farms HOA
Halloween Dance Inflatable Sponsor
Water/Field Day Water Slide Sponsor
Gladden Farms Teachers/Staff
Grades and Departments put together amazing raffle baskets for the Halloween Dance!
Harbor Freight
$200 Gift Card Donor
Home Depot
$100 Gift Card Donor
Kona Ice
Food Truck Percentage Give Back and Fun Fridays + May 2025 Spring Showcase Vendor.
Thank you for always giving back!!
McDonalds - Marana
25% Give Back Night
Peter Piper Pizza - Ina Rd.
Give Back Night
Roadhouse Cinemas
Date Night Package - 2 tickets and popcorn.
Special Eats
Food Truck Percentage Give Back
Starbucks - Marana
Raffle Basket Donation
The Pasta Shop
Teacher Meal Provider/
Give Back Night/Raffle Basket Donation
Tucson Roadrunners Hockey
Raffle Basket Donation
Fork-U BBQ / Pin Up Pastries
Food Truck Percentage Give Back
Divine Lemonades
Food Truck Percentage Give Back
Damas Coffee Co.
Food Truck Percentage Give Back
Boy Scouts Troop 244
Assisted students in making s'mores during boy's event!!